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KM03 OFD

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2023
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

66,441 mi
Last recorded66,441 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2022
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM03 OFD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2022 66,441 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 8 Feb 2022 66,414 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2021 63,446 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

undercovers sill covers fitted

Pass 28 Nov 2019 53,911 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2019 53,856 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 21 Jul 2018 53,335 miles

Offside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

oil fouling

Fail 21 Jul 2018 53,335 miles

Offside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

oil fouling

Pass 25 Jul 2017 51,192 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Lens has slight damage

Oil leak ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 25 Jul 2017 51,192 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Lens has slight damage

Oil leak ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Jul 2016 48,277 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 43,903 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 41,198 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 38,948 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 36,965 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 34,638 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 3 Apr 2010 30,402 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2010 30,402 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Apr 2009 26,183 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 22,730 miles

Offside Rear reflector slightly deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Fail 27 Mar 2008 22,730 miles

Offside Rear reflector slightly deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Apr 2007 19,560 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 6 Apr 2006 16,390 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2006 16,390 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz A-class?

Based on 4,204,702 MOT tests across 368,463 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
5,763
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
368,463
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 63,616
Brake pipe excessively corroded 58,529
Stop lamp not working 50,991
Registration plate lamp not working 41,728
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 38,250
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KM03 OFD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 59,196 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz A-class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 63,616 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KM03 OFD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz A-class typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Mercedes-benz A-class is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KM03 OFD registered?

KM03 OFD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 13 May 2003.

Is KM03 OFD safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM03 OFD shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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